| Case ID |
2fb0a015-e5ed-47b3-a89b-6651400a8fea |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Crl. Misc. No. 1865-B of 2005 |
| Decision Date |
Oct 13, 2005 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The petitioner, Khan Muhammad, sought post-arrest bail in connection with FIR No. 507/04 dated 15.12.2004, which involved serious charges under the Pakistan Penal Code. The court found that only one shot was attributed to the petitioner, while two empties were recovered from the scene. Importantly, the empties did not match the firearm recovered from the petitioner, indicating that further inquiry was warranted under section 497(2) of the Criminal Procedure Code. The court allowed the bail application, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident. |
| Summary |
In the case of Khan Muhammad vs State, the Lahore High Court examined the application for post-arrest bail concerning serious charges under the Pakistan Penal Code, specifically Sections 302, 324, 148, 149, and 109. The court's decision hinged on the evidence presented, particularly the lack of matching ballistics between the firearm and the recovered empties. The court underscored the importance of further inquiry, which is crucial in ensuring justice in criminal proceedings. The ruling highlights the legal principles surrounding bail applications and the significance of evidentiary standards in criminal law, particularly in cases involving serious offenses like murder and attempted murder. This case serves as a vital reference for understanding the application of bail provisions and the procedural safeguards in the criminal justice system. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
FAZAL-E-MIRAN CHAUHAN, J.
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| Lawyers |
Syed Jaffar Bukhari,
Mr. Abdul Ghaffar Sial
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| Petitioners |
Khan Muhammad
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| Respondents |
State
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| Citations |
2007 SLD 3113,
2007 PLJ 534
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Criminal Procedure Code, 1898,
Pakistan Penal Code, 1860
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| Sections |
497,
302,
324,
148,
149,
109
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